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Submit an application for authorization to submit simplified customs declarations for export to non-EU countries

Service Description

The authorization for the submission of simplified customs declarations for the export of goods to non-EU countries (third countries) enables companies to transfer Union goods to the export procedure even outside the opening hours of the customs office of export. The goods can be presented at previously approved packing or loading locations and do not have to be transported to the customs office of export.

Exceptions: Special customs regulations apply to the following goods, which is why you cannot make use of the authorization for these goods:

  • goods subject to individual authorization,
  • goods requiring a license and
  • goods that are subject to other prohibitions and restrictions.

You can apply for the permit either for yourself as an exporter or for use as a representative.

The main customs office in whose district your main accounts for customs purposes are kept or accessible is responsible for the application.

Even after the authorization has been granted, the responsible main customs office will regularly and continuously check whether you continue to meet the authorization requirements and whether you are complying with the obligations associated with the authorization.

Process flow

  • Open the form "Application for authorization to lodge simplified customs declarations in accordance with Article 166 of the Union Customs Code for the export of goods (0850)" on the customs website and complete it.
  • Download the "Questionnaire customs authorizations part I to III" on the customs website and complete it. (Note: Holders of AEO authorizations do not have to send the questionnaire).
  • It is advisable to contact your contact person at the responsible main customs office before processing in order to clarify any open questions regarding the form and, if necessary, the questionnaire.
  • Print out the form and, if applicable, the questionnaire and send it to the main customs office responsible.
  • If the main customs office has successfully checked whether all the requirements for authorization have been met, you will receive the authorization.
  • If the requirements are not met, you will receive a notice of rejection of the application.

If your export goods are to be presented at packaging or loading locations in other member states, you must also submit an application for "Authorization for centralized customs clearance pursuant to Article 179 of the Union Customs Code (UCC)". The application is made electronically via the EU Trader Portal (EU-TP) of the European Commission.

Requirements

  • You have not committed any serious or repeated violations of customs and tax regulations.
  • You have not committed any serious criminal offenses in the course of your business activities.
  • You have sufficient procedures in place to process licenses and permits related to prohibitions and restrictions (including trade policy measures).
  • You have sufficient procedures in place to ensure compliance with the prohibitions and restrictions.
  • You have trained and sensitized your staff to these requirements.

Holders of an AEO authorization for customs simplifications (AEOC) are generally considered to meet the above criteria and requirements.

Which documents are required?

  • A completed "Questionnaire for customs authorizations Part I to III" must be attached to the application
  • Exception: If you have an AEO authorization as an "Authorized Economic Operator", you do not need to complete the questionnaire.

What are the fees?

There are no costs for you.

What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?

The permit is effective from the date of delivery and is generally valid indefinitely.

Processing duration

You will usually receive notification of your application within 120 days of it being accepted.

Legal basis

Applications / forms

  • Objection. Detailed information on how to lodge an objection can be found in the notification of your application.
  • Administrative court action

Appeal

Further Information

Author

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Technically approved by

Federal Ministry of Finance

Professionally released on

18.02.2021

Source: Zuständigkeitsfinder Thüringen (Linie6Plus)

Competent Authority

Generalzolldirektion (GZD), Dienststellensuche Zoll

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Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00

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